How Many Push Ups Should a Beginner Do?
A beginner should aim for 5–10 push ups in a row as a starting point.If you can do 10–20 push ups, you already have a good beginner level. If you can’t do any yet, start with easier versions like knee…
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My Calisthenics Beginner Goals And Training Routine
When I started calisthenics, I didn’t have a complicated plan. I just had a couple of clear goals and built my training around them. My main goals at the beginning were: These are not really that beginner-level skills, but having…
Handstand Push Ups
Okay now you are starting calisthenics or you have already trained for some time and now you might be asking yourself “Am I ready for handstand push ups yet?“. Handstand push ups are one of the most impressive bodyweight exercises…
Lunges
With bodyweight squats, lunges are one of the best bodyweight exercises for building leg strength, improving balance, and developing muscle without any equipment. But many beginners either avoid them or do them incorrectly. The good news is that lunges are…
How To Start Calisthenics At Home
Starting calisthenics can feel confusing at first. You might see advanced athletes doing pull-ups, handstands, and muscle-ups and think you need to be strong before you even start. But the truth is simple: calisthenics is one of the best ways…
Best Supplements For Muscle Growth (Without the Nonsense)
When you start training, it’s easy to think supplements are the key to getting bigger. Social media and fitness ads make it look like you need 10 different products just to build muscle. The truth is much simpler. You don’t…
Weighted Chin Ups
When you move past bodyweight, you have three main ways to load the movement. Here is my expert hierarchy: How to Use a Dip Belt Using a dip belt seems straightforward, but doing it wrong can lead to the weight…
Should I Take Whey Protein Powder/Supplementary Protein?
Everyone asks this question, but most of the answers online are either “YES, BUY THIS BRAND” or “NO, IT’S FAKE FOOD. Here is a quick verdict about supplementary protein and protein powder: What Is Whey Protein? Despite the flashy tubs…
Lifting Straps
The function of a lifting strap is beautifully simple: It eliminates your grip as the limiting factor. In nearly every pulling exercise, your target muscle – whether it’s the lats (in rows), the traps (in shrugs), or the hamstrings/glutes (in…
